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Who this course is for:
- This power electronics course is perfect for anyone eager to master power electronics, from foundational principles to advanced rectification and switching technologies
What you’ll learn:Â
- Grasp the fundamentals of (positive-negative) PN junctions and diodes in power electronics.
- Discover various types of power diodes and their applications.
- Explore thyristors, including their operational modes and types.
- Understand bipolar junction transistors (BJTs) and their role in power electronics.
- Study advanced power switches, such as Gate Turn-Off Thyristors (GTOs), Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistors (MOSFETs), and Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs).
- Compare different controlled switches and analyze power switch losses.
- Differentiate between AC and DC power and their practical applications.
- Analyze single-phase half-wave and full-wave rectifiers, both controlled and uncontrolled.
- Solve practical numerical examples and real-world case studies involving rectifiers and power electronics systems.
- Gain hands-on experience with freewheeling diodes, R-L loads, and various rectifier circuit configurations.
Requirements:Â
- No prior knowledge is required beyond the basics of electric circuits.
“Ultimate Power Electronics And Electrical Protection Part 1”Â
This power electronics course offers an in-depth exploration of key power electronics components and systems, including diodes, thyristors, transistors, and rectifiers. It provides a solid foundation in power conversion techniques for single-phase rectifiers.
Ready to unlock your hidden potential? My courses can help you discover your true abilities.
Our Promise to You
By the end of this course, you will understand key power electronics components and how to design and analyze rectifiers and power switches.
10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.
Get started today!
Course Curriculum
| Section 1 - Overview Of The Power Electronics Devices | |||
| Introduction To Power Electronics | 00:00:00 | ||
| A Power Electronic Circuit | 00:00:00 | ||
| PN Junction | 00:00:00 | ||
| Diodes In Power Electronics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Types Of Power Diodes | 00:00:00 | ||
| Thyristors In Power Electronics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Thyristor Mode Of Operation | 00:00:00 | ||
| Natural And Forced Commutation | 00:00:00 | ||
| Types Of Thyristors | 00:00:00 | ||
| Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Gate Turn-Off Thyristor (GTO) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor (MOSFET) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Types Of Switches | 00:00:00 | ||
| Comparison Between Controlled Switches | 00:00:00 | ||
| Power Switch Losses | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 2 - Half Wave Rectifier Circuits - AC-DC Converters | |||
| Introduction To Rectifiers | 00:00:00 | ||
| Single Phase Half-Wave Uncontrolled Rectifiers – R Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understanding The Difference Between AC And DC Powers | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Ripple Factor Of Half-Wave Rectifier | 00:00:00 | ||
| Efficiency Of Half-Wave Rectifier | 00:00:00 | ||
| Form Factor, PIV, And Peak Factor Of Half-Wave Rectifier | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Single Phase Half-Wave Uncontrolled Rectifiers – RL Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| How To Solve Numerical Equations Using Calculator | 00:00:00 | ||
| R-L Load With Freewheeling Diode | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 4 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Single Phase Half-Wave Controlled Rectifiers – R Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 5 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 6 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Single Phase Half-Wave Controlled Rectifiers – RL Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 7 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Half-Wave Controlled Rectifiers – RL Load With FWD | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 8 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 9 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Half-Wave Controlled Rectifiers – RLE Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 10 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 11 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 3 - Full Wave Rectifier Circuits - AC-DC Converters | |||
| Full-Wave Bridge Uncontrolled Rectifier – R Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full-Wave Bridge Uncontrolled Rectifier – RL Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full Wave Center-Tapped Uncontrolled Rectifier | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full-Wave Controlled Rectifier – R Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full-Wave Controlled Rectifier – RL Load – Discontinuous Mode | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 4 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full-Wave Controlled Rectifier – RL Load – Continuous Mode | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 5 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 6 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 7 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Half-Controlled Bridge Rectifier – Type 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Half-Controlled Bridge Rectifier – Type 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 8 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 9 | 00:00:00 | ||
About This Course
Who this course is for:
- This power electronics course is perfect for anyone eager to master power electronics, from foundational principles to advanced rectification and switching technologies
What you’ll learn:Â
- Grasp the fundamentals of (positive-negative) PN junctions and diodes in power electronics.
- Discover various types of power diodes and their applications.
- Explore thyristors, including their operational modes and types.
- Understand bipolar junction transistors (BJTs) and their role in power electronics.
- Study advanced power switches, such as Gate Turn-Off Thyristors (GTOs), Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistors (MOSFETs), and Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs).
- Compare different controlled switches and analyze power switch losses.
- Differentiate between AC and DC power and their practical applications.
- Analyze single-phase half-wave and full-wave rectifiers, both controlled and uncontrolled.
- Solve practical numerical examples and real-world case studies involving rectifiers and power electronics systems.
- Gain hands-on experience with freewheeling diodes, R-L loads, and various rectifier circuit configurations.
Requirements:Â
- No prior knowledge is required beyond the basics of electric circuits.
“Ultimate Power Electronics And Electrical Protection Part 1”Â
This power electronics course offers an in-depth exploration of key power electronics components and systems, including diodes, thyristors, transistors, and rectifiers. It provides a solid foundation in power conversion techniques for single-phase rectifiers.
Ready to unlock your hidden potential? My courses can help you discover your true abilities.
Our Promise to You
By the end of this course, you will understand key power electronics components and how to design and analyze rectifiers and power switches.
10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.
Get started today!
Course Curriculum
| Section 1 - Overview Of The Power Electronics Devices | |||
| Introduction To Power Electronics | 00:00:00 | ||
| A Power Electronic Circuit | 00:00:00 | ||
| PN Junction | 00:00:00 | ||
| Diodes In Power Electronics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Types Of Power Diodes | 00:00:00 | ||
| Thyristors In Power Electronics | 00:00:00 | ||
| Thyristor Mode Of Operation | 00:00:00 | ||
| Natural And Forced Commutation | 00:00:00 | ||
| Types Of Thyristors | 00:00:00 | ||
| Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Gate Turn-Off Thyristor (GTO) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistor (MOSFET) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT) | 00:00:00 | ||
| Types Of Switches | 00:00:00 | ||
| Comparison Between Controlled Switches | 00:00:00 | ||
| Power Switch Losses | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 2 - Half Wave Rectifier Circuits - AC-DC Converters | |||
| Introduction To Rectifiers | 00:00:00 | ||
| Single Phase Half-Wave Uncontrolled Rectifiers – R Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Understanding The Difference Between AC And DC Powers | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Ripple Factor Of Half-Wave Rectifier | 00:00:00 | ||
| Efficiency Of Half-Wave Rectifier | 00:00:00 | ||
| Form Factor, PIV, And Peak Factor Of Half-Wave Rectifier | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Single Phase Half-Wave Uncontrolled Rectifiers – RL Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| How To Solve Numerical Equations Using Calculator | 00:00:00 | ||
| R-L Load With Freewheeling Diode | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 4 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Single Phase Half-Wave Controlled Rectifiers – R Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 5 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 6 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Single Phase Half-Wave Controlled Rectifiers – RL Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 7 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Half-Wave Controlled Rectifiers – RL Load With FWD | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 8 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 9 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Half-Wave Controlled Rectifiers – RLE Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 10 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 11 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Section 3 - Full Wave Rectifier Circuits - AC-DC Converters | |||
| Full-Wave Bridge Uncontrolled Rectifier – R Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full-Wave Bridge Uncontrolled Rectifier – RL Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full Wave Center-Tapped Uncontrolled Rectifier | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full-Wave Controlled Rectifier – R Load | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 3 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full-Wave Controlled Rectifier – RL Load – Discontinuous Mode | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 4 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Full-Wave Controlled Rectifier – RL Load – Continuous Mode | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 5 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 6 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 7 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Half-Controlled Bridge Rectifier – Type 1 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Half-Controlled Bridge Rectifier – Type 2 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 8 | 00:00:00 | ||
| Example 9 | 00:00:00 | ||
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